How To Fix IDFIHU118 - No valid postings exist. No recalculation is needed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDFIHU - FI Developments for Hungary

• Message number: 118

• Message text: No valid postings exist. No recalculation is needed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDFIHU118 - No valid postings exist. No recalculation is needed ?

  The SAP error message IDFIHU118 ("No valid postings exist. No recalculation is needed") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when a user attempts to perform a recalculation or posting operation, but the system finds that there are no valid postings to process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a financial report, closing activities, or when trying to adjust or recalculate certain financial data.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there are no valid postings in the specified period or for the specified criteria. This could be due to the absence of transactions or postings in the relevant accounts.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for the report or recalculation may not match any existing data. This could include incorrect date ranges, account numbers, or other filters.
  Posting Period Closed: The posting period may be closed, preventing any new postings or recalculations from being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial module that prevent valid postings from being recognized.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be data integrity issues, such as missing or corrupted records in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Posting Data: Verify that there are valid postings in the relevant accounts and periods. You can do this by running reports or checking the transaction history for the accounts in question.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used for the report or recalculation are correct. Adjust the date ranges, account numbers, or other filters as necessary.
  Open Posting Period: If the posting period is closed, consider opening it if appropriate, or check if there are any other periods where valid postings exist.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the financial module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking settings related to posting periods, account types, or other relevant configurations.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify and resolve any data integrity issues that may be affecting the postings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to investigate postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view or post data in the relevant financial modules.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth analysis and assistance.